இந்தப் பக்கத்தின் விரிவான மருத்துவத் தகவல் தற்போது ஆங்கிலத்தில் உள்ளது — தமிழ் மொழிபெயர்ப்பு மருத்துவர் சரிபார்ப்புடன் விரைவில் வரும்.
Losing an eye — through injury, disease, or a condition present from birth — is significant, and how you look and feel afterward matters. An ocular prosthesis is a custom-fabricated shell designed to sit comfortably in the socket and closely match your natural eye. It doesn't restore sight, but it restores facial symmetry, protects the socket, and helps many patients feel confident again.
Conditions we treat
- Eye loss from severe trauma or injury
- Surgical eye removal due to disease, such as an aggressive tumour or a severely damaged, painful eye
- Congenital conditions where an eye did not develop normally
- Replacement or refitting of an existing prosthesis as the socket changes over time
Diagnosis & technology
- Socket assessment and impression, usually after the socket has fully healed (typically around 6–8 weeks after eye removal)
- Custom shaping and fitting for even sit, eyelid support, and natural movement
- Hand-painting of the iris and details to match the other eye, with several fittings
- Final comfort, movement, and appearance check
Treatment options
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Clean hands before touching or removing the prosthesis
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Follow guidance on removal/cleaning frequency — many patients are advised not to remove it daily
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Periodic professional polishing to keep the surface smooth
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Regular follow-up, especially in the first year
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More frequent review and refitting in children as the socket and face grow
When to seek care
Contact us if your existing prosthesis becomes uncomfortable, causes irritation or discharge, or no longer fits well — earlier attention makes adjustment easier.
Frequently asked questions
Will the artificial eye look natural?
Yes — a well-fitted, custom-painted prosthesis closely matches your other eye and is usually not obvious, though movement may differ slightly.
Does getting a prosthetic eye hurt?
The fitting itself is not painful — by the time fitting begins, the socket has healed from the earlier surgery.
How often does it need replacing?
Many artificial eyes are used comfortably for several years with periodic polishing; your ocularist will advise based on fit and wear.
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முன்பதிவு பிரிவை அழைக்கவும் அல்லது ஆன்லைனில் பதிவு செய்யவும் — நேரத்தை தொலைபேசியில் உறுதிப்படுத்துவோம்.
Sources consulted: Cleveland Clinic — Ocularist Prosthetic Eye Care , American Society of Ocularists — FAQ . General medical information — not a substitute for professional diagnosis. Content pending final medical review by BSEH doctors before publish.
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